Headwater Exploration reports after the market closes on October 29. One analyst expects earnings of C$0.16 per share. The company has beaten estimates in two of its last four comparable quarters.
Headwater Exploration Inc. (TSX: HWX) is set to report results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. Consensus estimates call for EPS of C$0.16 and revenue of C$146 million, with one analyst contributing to each figure. EPS is expected to rise 6.7% from C$0.15 a year earlier, while revenue is forecast to fall 0.4%. The EPS estimate has stayed at C$0.16 over the past 30 days.
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Headwater Exploration Inc
HWX.TO
HWX.TO
Headwater Exploration Inc
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$3.59B
P/E
19.3x
Div. yield
2.97%
Div. / share
$0.45
52W high
$15.26
52W low
$6.75
1W change
+0.60%
Beta
1.16
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering HWX · as of Oct 14, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast HWX stock price to rise 4.8% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
NeutralBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$15.80
+4.8% Upside
Previously C$15.75 on Oct 9, 2026
Current Price
C$15.08
Last close
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on HWX's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
33.1%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
30.5%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$18.03
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$16.00 | C$14.28 – C$17.94 |
| 60 trading days | C$16.99 | C$14.45 – C$19.97 |
| 90 trading days | C$18.03 | C$14.79 – C$21.97 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Analyst coverage: 1 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 2 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 2026-10-29 | — | 0.1600 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-07-22 | 0.3600 | 0.2200 | +63.6% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-04-30 | 0.1500 | 0.1400 | +7.1% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-03-05 | 0.1200 | 0.1600 | -25.0% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-10-29 | 0.1500 | 0.1600 | -6.3% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-07-23 | 0.1600 | 0.1700 | -5.9% |
Headwater produces heavy crude in Alberta’s Marten Hills and natural gas from New Brunswick’s McCully Field. Its results are affected by production levels and commodity prices. The company beat estimates in two of its last four reported quarters and missed in the other two. This report will show whether it can deliver modest year-over-year EPS growth despite slightly lower expected revenue. For company background and market data, see the Headwater Exploration stock page.
Investor takeaway: The October 29 report gives investors two benchmarks: C$0.16 in EPS and C$146 million in revenue. Both estimates come from one analyst, so they offer a limited view of expectations. Headwater’s record of two beats and two misses in its last four comparable quarters is another reason not to assume it will beat again. Investors can compare the results with consensus and consider what the quarter says about the company’s earnings potential.
C$0.16 EPS consensus
One analyst expects Headwater to earn C$0.16 per share for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, up 6.7% from C$0.15 a year earlier. Revenue is forecast at C$146 million, down 0.4%. Both estimates are based on one analyst, so they provide a narrow snapshot of expectations.
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Bull case
Headwater beat EPS estimates in its two most recent reported quarters. For the quarter ended June 30, 2026, it reported C$0.36 per share against an estimate of C$0.22. For the quarter ended March 31, it reported C$0.15 against C$0.14 expected.
The current EPS estimate of C$0.16 has not changed over the past month and is slightly above the year-ago result of C$0.15. Headwater’s reported fundamentals include a 31.45% profit margin and a 2.97% dividend yield. These figures offer context, but the upcoming report will show whether earnings and revenue meet expectations.
Bear case
Headwater’s recent results have been mixed. It missed estimates for the quarters ended December 31, 2025, and September 30, 2025. Revenue for the upcoming quarter is forecast at C$146 million, down 0.4% from a year earlier, even as EPS is expected to grow.
The estimates are based on one analyst, and Headwater’s oil and gas production makes its results sensitive to output and commodity prices. Results below either estimate, or commentary that raises questions about the durability of earnings, could weaken confidence in the current outlook.
Analysis
Headwater will report after the market closes on October 29 for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. One analyst expects EPS of C$0.16 and revenue of C$146 million. EPS is forecast to rise 6.7% from C$0.15 a year earlier, while revenue is expected to slip 0.4%. The EPS estimate has been unchanged for 30 days. The main question is whether Headwater can deliver the expected earnings growth while revenue declines slightly.
Analysis
Headwater has beaten estimates in two of its last four comparable quarters. For the quarter ended June 30, 2026, it reported EPS of C$0.36 against C$0.22 expected, a positive surprise of 63.64%. In the March quarter, EPS was C$0.15 against C$0.14 expected.
The company missed in the December 2025 quarter, reporting C$0.12 against C$0.16 expected, and in the September 2025 quarter, reporting C$0.15 against C$0.16. This mixed record makes consensus a useful benchmark, but it does not guarantee another beat.
Analysis
Headwater is a Canadian upstream producer of heavy crude and natural gas. Investors will be watching production and commodity prices alongside the reported results. Compare actual EPS and revenue with consensus, then consider what the figures suggest about the company’s earnings profile.
The supplied fundamentals include a 31.45% profit margin, a P/E ratio of 19.3 and a 2.97% dividend yield. These figures provide context, but they do not replace the quarter’s results. The shares closed at C$15.08 on October 26, above their 50-day and 200-day moving averages and near the 52-week high of C$15.26. For more market context, see the analyst ratings section and the price forecast section, which includes the Wealth Awesome statistical model. The model is not financial advice.
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